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Westville Lake Dam, 2006
Photo by K. Deshaies.
Westville Lake Dam, 2006
Photo by K. Deshaies.
Westville Lake Dam, 2006
Photo by K. Deshaies.
Photo by S. Williamson.
Photo by S. Williamson.
Photo by S. Williamson.
Photo by S. Williamson.
Photo by S. Williamson.
Photo by S. Williamson.
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Southbridge News & Announcements!
Leaf Dumpster at the DPW
The Leaf Dumpster at the DPW, 185 Guelphwood Rd., is temporarily closed until April.
Political Calendar
A new Political Calendar is available for download by clicking here, o por Espanol, aqui (PDF).
Southbridge Little League Triple Play Fundraiser
Saturday, January 28th at the Charlton Street School. Starting just before 1pm, the Indoor Wiffle Ball Tournament will be held, with a fundraising dinner from 5pm to 7pm, and then Game Show Night from 7pm to 9:30pm. For complete schedule, entry fees, dinner costs, etc., click here to download a printable PDF and visit www.southbridgelittleleague.com.
Christmas Tree Curbside Pickup
Live Christmas trees are picked up by the Department of Public Works during the month of January. Place trees at the curb in front of your property. Remove all decorations (i.e. ornaments, lights, garland and stands). Residents are responsible for wind-blown trees and trees which obstruct plowing operations until such time as the Town removes them.
The new 2012 Recycling and Holiday Calendar
Available at www.ThinkReduce.com and Town Hall.
Tornado Rebuilding Initiative Information
Information is available on the Western Massachusetts Tornado Rebuild Program and the ReBuild Western Massachusetts Program. Click here to download the flyers for both.
Bulk waste collection moving to one day a week
Bulk waste collection is moving to one day a week effective Tuesday, September 6, 2011. Residents may put their bulk waste out every Tuesday at 7 AM. Residents must register the items by noon on Monday. Read more: http://thinkreduce.com/southbridge-ma/bulk-waste
Town Clerk Announcement: Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Please note that due to the new requirements the massachusetts fisheries & wildlife have put into place southbridge will no longer sell hunting & fishing licenses for the 2012 season and beyond. If you are not in possession of a computer, the library has computers the general public can use in order to print out hunting & fishing licenses. The address to visit is http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/recreation/licensing/license_fees.htm
New Chloramine Information
Click here for the new Chloramines Q&A PDF (posted 7/20/11). Click Here for the May 24, 2011 presentation on Chloramines. Open and then click "Enter" to begin the presentation (PDF)
New Leaf and Yard Waste Dumpster at DPW is Open!
For more information, please see http://thinkreduce.com/southbridge-ma/organic-waste
Compost Bins $36!
Compost your leaf & yard waste as well as food scraps. Make some great compost for your flower or vegetable garden. Compost bins are available at the Health Department for a discounted rate of $36 for Southbridge residents, non-residents $53. For more information, visit www.ThinkReduce.com or call 508-764-4252.
ATTENTION DOG OWNERS: PARVO VIRUS WARNING
The Town of Southbridge Animal Control Officer would like everyone to be aware that there have been a few cases of Parvo confirmed in Southbridge.
Parvo is a virus spread through fecal contamination. Other dogs that sniff or step in infected, viral laced feces are exposed and risk disease.
Parvo is extremely contagious and can be lethal, especially to puppies and dogs in poor health.
The symptoms can include high fever, vomiting and bloody diahhrea. It is fast moving and can be dangerous even before symptoms occur.
It can be carried on the clothing and shoes of anyone who has come into contact with the virus.
Be diligent about not allowing your dog access to feces left behind by other dogs while out on walks, in the woods, etc.
We want to stress the importance of insuring that your pets are up to date on vaccines and not to socialize with dogs they do not know personally and can confirm they are also current on vaccines.
Vaccines are nearly 100% effective in preventing disease, so vaccinated dogs should be fine.
Please contact your veterinarian directly with any questions you have regarding Parvo, symptoms and vaccinations.
Special thanks to Dr. Kristine Sklenak of the Southbridge Veterinary Hospital and Donna Savoie of Pack of Paws.
Polling Location Changes/localizacion de votacion ha cambiado
Precinct 2 voters - Click here for important info.
Seeking Applicants for the Housing Rehabilitation Program
The Town of Southbridge Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is seeking applicants for the Housing Rehabilitation Program in the Morris-Coombs Street and Worcester-Henry Street Neighborhood target areas. Assistance is given in the form of deferred payment loans to owner/occupants who qualify for our income-based program. These special home improvement loans are forgiven if you retain ownership and residency for fifteen years. Applicants must own their homes for at least a year and have a well established record of timely payments.
Please call the Economic Development and Planning Office @508-764-5402 for an application and map of the target area.
Website Policy Notice
Please review the Town of Southbridge Online Website Policy adopted by vote at the Town Council meeting on Monday, 12/13/10.
Southbridge Cultural Council Community Needs Survey
The Southbridge Cultural Council (SCC) is a participant in the LCC, The Local Cultural Council, the most extensive system of grassroots support for arts, sciences and humanities in the nation. Funding objectives for the SCC are influenced by community opinion and needs, which are obtained in part through the Community Input Survey. Click the link to download a PDF of the survey, which you may complete and mail or bring to the Town Hall. Help us make sure the money goes where it should!
Small Business Assistance
Help is available for services to small businesses through the Southern Worcester County Community Development Corporation. Click Here for more information.
Bulk Waste Pickup Information
Attention Southbridge residents and property owners! You can schedule a bulk pick up with Casella by logging on to www.thinkreduce.com. Bulk waste shall not remain on the property for more than 24 hours before or after your scheduled pick up day. Beginning April 19, 2010 enforcement action will be taken in instances where refuse is left on the property for longer than 24 hours, in accordance with Town By-Law 10-103. Schedule your bulk pick up today, avoid fines in the future, and help us keep Southbridge streets clean!
Brownfields Assessment Grant
The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) was selected to receive two
brownfields assessment grants. Brownfield assessments will identify properties
that pose threats to human health and the environment. Assessments also are expected to be the first step in
reclaiming the region's former industrial core and transforming it into mixed-use developments. A PDF providing details of this assessment grant is available by clicking this link.
Home Modification Loan Program
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission has a Home Modification Loan Program, which provides low- and no-interest loans to elders and
individuals with disabilities, to modify their homes. For information, please call Jennifer Toler of RCAP Solutions Financial Services, Inc. at 508-792-5232
or visit the program website at www.rcapsolutions.org.
Proposed Southbridge Middle/High School
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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Southbridge Emergency Fuel Assistance (SEFA) Pledge Form
This winter, there will be mothers who have to choose between food for their children, or heating their home. You can help make this an unnecessary choice for
some deserving families - download the SEFA Pledge Form here, and make a contribution to help warm
someone's winter - and their heart (as well as your own!) Thank you for your generosity.
Quinsigamond Community College South County Project
There is a PDF slideshow about the QCC project for 5 Optical Drive in Southbridge. Entitled "Strategic Partnering to
Increase Access, Opportunity, and Economic Development in South County" is available by clicking the link.
Attention Southbridge Residents!
Please keep your old televisions and computer monitors off of the sidewalk! Contact the Health Department at 508-764-4252 for information on proper methods for disposal! THANK YOU for helping to keep Southbridge neighborhoods clean and litter free. If you have further questions, contact the Health Department at 508-764-4252.
Public Notice from the Southbridge Police Department
The Southbridge Police Department is in the process of applying for the Edward Byrne Memorial Assistance Grant from the United States Department of Justice. We intend to use the grant funds to support activities which will assist us in the prevention and control of crime in the town of Southbridge.
As part of the grant process, we would invite any comments from the public regarding this grant.
We have made available at the Southbridge Police Department located at One Mechanic Street, and at the Town Clerks' Office located at 41 Elm Street, a form which you can fill out and leave at either location if you would like to comment on the grant.
We would encourage input from the community and thank you for your time.
Put Your Time and Talent to Use - Volunteer Opportunities Available in Southbridge Government
Southbridge citizens willing to give of their time are needed to serve on various commissions and subcommittees in the Southbridge government. If anyone is interested in serving on the following commissions and subcommittee they can contact the Town Manager's Office, (508) 764- 5405 or the Town Clerk's Office, (508) 764-5408:
- Recreation Committee Openings
- Agricultural Commission Openings
- Conservation Commission Openings
- Planning Board Openings (one regular member is needed)
The Commission on Disability also has vacancies for any resident who has a disability. Anyone interested should send a letter of intent to the Town Manager.
Click here for a downloadable form (PDF). Print, fill out, and follow the instructions on the form. Electronic submission is not accepted.
Casella announces phone number change
The following is the new information number for Casella: (888) 532-2735 as of July 31, 2008. This number replaces the original (508) 248-0010.
Single-Stream Recycling comes to Southbridge!
No more sorting recyclables into multiple bins. With Single Stream, instead of having
to sort recyclables into separate containers, you just toss them all into one bin. Casella
takes care of the sorting at one of our stateof-the-art single stream facilities. For a full color brochure
explaining the details and acceptable materials,
click here (PDF, 5.4mB).
Recycling Schedule:
Recycling is even easier now with the new 'Single Stream' Recycling Program. Simply put all your
recyclables in your new 96 gallon recycling toter and place it at the curb every other week on the same
day as trash pickup (trash is picked up every week.) See the recycling schedule calendar below.
You may also call Casella for additional trash removal services, including business or home improvement
projects.
Jacob Edwards Library
is now a WiFi HOTSPOT
Free WiFi Internet access is available @ your library 24/7. Hotspots are located on all levels
of the Library and extend to the rear parking area and to Main Street.
Volunteer Opportunities for Trail Work in Southbridge
Anyone interested in helping the Trail Committee on trail work, including the P & W rail line please
contact Scott Benoit at 508-765-3784 or earthhouse@hotmail.com
Proposed Casella Extension Agreement
There was a public hearing on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at 6pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the
proposed Casella Extension Agreement. There were several PDF documents that had been made available pertaining
to this, you may download them here:
New Proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Plan
The preliminary documentation for the exciting new proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Plan is available
for download in PDF format. The following links will bring them to your screen:
Note: The final version of the plan is complete and will be posted soon.
Southbridge Community Calendar!
Seeking to serve you better, we have added a great new feature to the site: The
Southbridge Community Calendar! The calendar will list all sorts of events and activities around town,
from Town Meetings, to Concerts, Fairs, Library Activities, and a whole range of interesting, useful and
fun stuff. Check it out!
FREE Senior Indoor Walking Program
A Free Senior Indoor Walking Program began Wednesday, March 22nd, from 7 AM to 9 AM, and runs
Monday through Friday at the Old Armory (new) Southbridge Community Center at the end of Armory Lane or
top of Chestnut Street.
Southbridge Senior Center Offers Various Programs
The Southbridge Senior Citizens Association at the Casaubon Senior Center offers the following programs
for only $2 a year in dues: free exercise classes, dance classes for a minimal fee, monthly luncheons
for $2 with Bingo to follow the meal. You will also have access to a new pool table, electronic dartboard,
personal computers and a 55" color television. Come in any time Monday through Friday for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
or call (508) 765-1985. You must be 60 years young to join.
Attention Photography Enthusiasts!!!
Southbridge Photos Wanted For Website
If you have a photo of a building, street, landscape (or any photo of interest), in Southbridge we would like to see them. So look through your photos, or take some new ones with that new digital camera and e-mail them to elukowski@southbridgemass.org.
(Note: All materials submitted become the property of the Town of Southbridge and may be used at our discretion without compensation of any kind. No guarantee of any kind, expressed or implied, is given as to the use or crediting of the materials submitted. Credit will be given where convenient at our discretion. Submission of any materials in any manner whatsoever shall be construed as an admission of acceptance of the foregoing terms.)
Findings of the SLLB regarding issuance of additional liquor licenses
The Southbridge Liquor Licensing Board has completed its work concerning the issuance of
additional liquor licenses within the limits of the town. The board has presented the final
report to the town manager for submission of our findings concerning the subject. The report
and cover memorandum are available as downloads here:
Southbridge Long Term Plan
The Southbridge Long Term Plan is available for download from this site in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
Click here to download this document.
(filesize 8.2 MB)
Volunteers Needed to Deliver Meals to Elders
The Tri-Valley Elder Services, Inc. Nutrition Program needs volunteer drivers to deliver meals to elders in Southbridge. Volunteers receive training and are eligible for travel reimbursement at the rate of 35 cents per mile. Anyone who can give as little as 2 hours per week to help with this important task is asked to call Yolanda Febles at the Southbridge nutrition site at (508) 764-6313. For more information about elder services call Tri-Valley's free help line at (800) 286-6640.
Fresh Air Fund Seeks Host Families
The Fresh Air Fund's Southbridge area volunteer leaders are currently seeking committee members
and host families for New York City children. Each summer more than 5000 children, ages 6-18
spend 2-week vacations with volunteer host families in suburban and small town communities. For
more information on joining the volunteer team call Karen Jansen at (508) 248-6481, or the Fresh
Air Fund at (800) 367-0003. You can also visit the Fund's web site at
www.freshair.org.
Project Childsafe
The Southbridge Police Department will provide free firearm safety locks to local residents through a
partnership with Project ChildSafe, a nationwide firearms safety education program. Free gun locks
will be available at any time at the Police Department to any person who provides a valid pistol permit
or FID card. Up to three gun locks will be given to each resident
Membership Openings on the Disability Commission:
The Southbridge Commission on Disability is in need of 2 additional members. The Commission meets on the
third Thursday of the month, 6:30 to 8:00pm, a minimum of 6 times a year. To qualify, you or a member of your
family must be disabled.
If interested, please send a letter of intent to: Christopher Clark, Town Manager, Southbridge Town Hall,
41 Elm Street, Southbridge, MA 01550.
What's Happening @ The Senior Center
Click here to see What's Happening @ The Senior
Center! If you're over 60, be sure to take the Senior Travel Interest Survey while you're there.
Fishing and Hunting Licenses
Fishing and Hunting Licenses are available at the Town Clerk's Office. For more information,
please call (508) 764-5408.
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